This article discusses the difficulties that are posed to instructors as the PLN grows for each student. It discusses the need for student autonomy but with instructor guidance. It shows how the instructor should be a foundation of the PLN but the student should be encouraged to utilize all the tools available.

This article discusses the foundational theory of how PLNs and PLEs influence learning. It discusses the new definition of what the PLE is for each student and how it is evolving with the web tools available to the student.

This article discusses that learning should not be a passive learning dependent on artifacts but should be active learning utilizing evolving data and learning networks. This will provide for an environment to overcome socioeconomic differences.

This article discusses how e-learning is evolving and learning is now relying on our personal networks Perrsonal learning networks have changed from just family, friends, and those in our section of our class to include many more people with the e-tools and social networks.

Rambe, P. (2012). Activity theory and technology mediated interaction: Cognitive scaffolding using question-based consultation on Facebook. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 28(8), p1333-1361.

This article discusses how utilizing social networks can bring instructor and learner closer together. This will bridges some of the gaps that are missed in traditional instruction.

Pi-Tzong, J., His-Peng, L., & Tzu-Chuan, C. (2012). The Adoption of E-Learning: An Institutional Theory Perspective. Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 11(3), p326-343.

This article discusses how environmental influences are missed by traditional educational methods. E-learning provides for a way that the students can connect better and create learning networks that overcome the differences.

Kissinger, J.S. (2013). The Social & Mobile Learning Experiences of Students Using Mobile E-Books. Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 17(1), p153-169.

This article shows how mobile ebooks and mobile readers (tablets) help with creating environments that help build connections. Having the information for both resource and class provides for tools to discuss and enhance the course. It discusses how this enhancement will enhance PLNs.

Gazi, Z.A., Aksal, F.A., & Ozhan, O. (2012). Online Social Networking: A Synergy for Learning. International Online Journal of Educational Sciences, 4(3), p602-611.

This article discusses how online learning helps students have a better understanding of material. This is done through networking with the entire class and plns. The article discusses how backgrounds and social influences will change the perception of students and how the use of social network can overcome social differences.

Chen, B., & Bryer, T. (2012). Investigating Instructional Strategies for Using Social Media in Formal and Informal Learning. International Review of Research in Open & Distance Learning, 13(1), p87-104.

This article discusses how social media can enhance both formal learning and informal learning environments. The information was found by polling college professors. By having information on social media the students naturally created PLNs and understanding of the material was better.

Abboud-Blanchard, M., & Cazes, C. (2012). How does an Activity Theory Model Help to Know Better about Teaching with Electronic-Exercise-Bases?. International Journal for Technology in Mathematics Education, 19(4), p141-145.

This article covers how EEB can help build connections between students and help build a healthy learning environment. It discusses how it is a dynamic learning environment will build help build a connected group to better the learning of each individual.

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